Can I write off a briefcase for work?


Can I write off a briefcase for work? There are some important things to keep in mind. The basic rule for claiming a handbag or briefcase as a tax deduction is that it must be directly connected with producing your income. You can generally claim your handbag or briefcase as a tax deduction if you use it for work related purposes.


Is a briefcase considered a bag?

A briefcase is a narrow hard-sided box-shaped bag or case used mainly for carrying papers and equipped with a handle. Lawyers commonly use briefcases to carry briefs to present to a court, hence the name.